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Let’s be honest—plain rice gets the job done, but it’s not exactly the life of the party. Enter this vibrant Cilantro-Lime Rice—a super simple way to level up your grain game with just a few fresh ingredients. It’s light, bright, and the perfect sidekick to bold dishes (looking at you, spicy pineapple pork). 🌶🍍
The best part? It works with pretty much any rice you have on hand—white, brown, jasmine… whatever’s in your pantry. This version is all about turning the basic into the brilliant.
⏱ Quick Look:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–55 minutes (if starting from uncooked rice)
- Serves: 6
🛒 Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked rice*
- 3 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp lime zest
- 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
*Use whatever rice you love—white, brown, or jasmine. (For extra texture and nuttiness, brown rice is a great pick!)
👩🍳 How to Make It:
- Cook your rice:
If you haven’t already, cook your rice according to the package directions. You want it fluffy, not mushy. - Fluff and flavor:
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it up with a fork (so it stays nice and light), then stir in the lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. - Season to taste:
Sprinkle in some salt and black pepper, give it one more gentle toss, and that’s it! Serve warm and let the compliments roll in.
This rice is super versatile—perfect under this Slow Cooker Spicy Pineapple Pork Butt Roast, tucked into burritos, or served alongside grilled veggies. You’ll be surprised how much flavor a little lime and cilantro can bring to the table!
